IT Executive - Digital Transformation Leader

RICHARD KIMBALL Hockessin, DE ***** 302-***-**** ****************@*****.***

IT EXECUTIVE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION LEADER

Accomplished IT executive with 20+ years of experience driving enterprise-wide digital transformation, AI innovation, and operational excellence. Proven track record of aligning enterprise applications, data strategies, and cloud technologies with organizational goals to deliver scalable, secure, and integrated solutions. Expertise in ERP modernization, cloud-based platforms, and AI automation. Trusted advisor to executive leadership with a strong background in cross-functional team leadership, vendor management, and regulatory compliance in life sciences, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing.

Core Competencies:

» Enterprise Application Strategy & Roadmapping

» Data Governance & Advanced Analytics

» Vendor Management & Strategic Partnerships

» M&A Technology Integration

» AI & Process Automation

» IT Organizational Leadership & Coaching

» Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance

» IT Strategy, Portfolio & Program Management

» Enterprise Architecture & Digital Transformation

» Enterprise Systems (ERP, CRM, EMR)

LEADERSHIP NARRATIVE

HEAD OF IMPLEMENTATION & DEPLOYMENT, MySherpa Wilmington, DE 2023 – 2025 IT consulting firm specializing in managed services and digital transformation.

» Directed internal and client-facing technology strategy, driving digital transformation across multiple sectors including healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services.

» Oversaw cybersecurity programs aligned with HIPAA, PCI, and FTC Safeguards; enhanced resilience and ensured regulatory compliance.

» Led enterprise applications onboarding, AI framework development, and KPI automation to streamline performance management.

» Guided IT teams in ERP integration, client data migrations, and enterprise system modernization initiatives.

VP INFORMATION SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY, Eurofins Biopharma Services Lancaster, PA 2021 – 2023 Global bioanalytical testing and clinical trial support organization.

» Led global IT operations and strategy across a decentralized business post-divestiture from corporate IT.

» Executed cloud infrastructure modernization and implemented enterprise-wide data governance and compliance frameworks

(GDPR, FDA 21 CFR Part 11).

» Launched analytics and automation platforms to drive data-driven decision-making and process improvements in clinical trial support and logistics.

» Directed selection and deployment of global ERP and LIMS platforms, aligning business needs with scalable cloud technologies. CHIEF ARCHITECT & TECHNOLOGY OFFICER, Novant Health Charlotte, NC 2018 – 2021 A five-state integrated network of physician clinics, outpatient centers and hospitals.

» Partnered with the Chief Transformation Officer to lead digital strategy and enterprise architecture focused on AI innovation and improved patient experience.

» Introduced intelligent automation to detect anomalous imaging and EMR data using AI/ML.

» Chaired enterprise architecture council; embedded cybersecurity into system design and vendor evaluations.

» Created scalable frameworks for application integration and cloud transformation initiatives.

VICE PRESIDENT DATA STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY SERVICES, BDP International Philadelphia, PA 2013 – 2018 Global logistics and supply chain solutions provider.

» Directed a 120-member global IT organization and served as acting CTO during business transformation and private equity acquisition.

» Oversaw ERP platform development and standardized processes on cloud-based applications supported by RPA.

» Established enterprise analytics and cybersecurity functions; led ISO 27001 certification initiative. Richard Kimball 302-***-**** ****************@*****.*** Page 2 of 2

» Managed strategic vendor partnerships, digital roadmap, and technology due diligence for M&A activities.

SENIOR ENTERPRISE ARCHITECT, AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Wilmington, DE 2006 – 2013 A multinational pharmaceutical and biologics company with annual sales exceeding $20 billion USD

» Developed enterprise-wide IT capability strategies to support product innovation and regulatory compliance.

» Implemented machine learning models for early anomaly detection, increasing system availability and reducing issue resolution time by 60%.

» Led cross-functional teams managing mission-critical systems and applications with budgets exceeding $10M.

» Architected secure, scalable infrastructure to support M&A integrations, data center operations, and application modernization.

EDUCATION

M.S., INFORMATION SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT – University of Delaware

B.S., INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING – Drexel University

CERTIFICATIONS

CompTIA Security+; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt; TOGAF Certification; ITIL Foundation Certification

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